Kalen DeBoer's job security at Alabama hinges on finances, not performance

As the 2026 college football season approaches, Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer is under scrutiny following a mixed tenure. Analyst Paul Finebaum cites economic factors as the main reason for DeBoer's job security, rather than on-field success. DeBoer, who previously led Washington to the national championship game, is being compared to his predecessor, Nick Saban, as the Crimson Tide strive to regain their championship-caliber status. Alabama fans expect measurable progress toward playoff contention over the next couple of seasons, despite DeBoer's solid reworked contract from last year. The criticism may intensify if the program fails to show improvement.

• 4:02 PMYahoo Sports — CFB analyst says Kalen DeBoer’s job is safe, but not due to performance